Sorority LifeYOUR GUIDE TO PANHELLENIC

AT TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

FORMAL RECRUITMENT 2013

COLLEGIATE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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About the Panhellenic Council ................................... 4

Why Join a Sorority? ...................................................... 6

Sorority Life: FAQ ............................................................ 8

It’s All Greek to Me ........................................................ 9

About Recruitment ....................................................... 10

Letters of Reference ..................................................... 12

Recruitment FAQs ......................................................... 14

Recruitment Week Breakdown ................................... 16

Welcome to the Row ................................................... 19

New Member Bill of Rights ........................................... 24

In Her Bag ...................................................................... 25

Notes .............................................................................. 26

Looking to get involved at Texas A&M?Want to find great leadership opporunities?Looking to give back to your comunnity?

IN JOINING A SORORITY, YOU WILL FIND ALL OF THE ABOVE!

Howdy and welcome to Texas A&M! We are so excited that you are considering becoming an Aggie Greek!

Here at Texas A&M, sorority women are involved in various campus events, philanthropic activities, community service, and most importantly, academics. In joining a sorority, you will be a part of the largest and most visible values-based organization on our campus. While each sorority is unique, every chapter comes together to support each other and form a united community.

Membership in a sorority not only opens the door to many great opportunities and experiences as a college student, but also later on in life. Women involved in a sorority excel in academics, serve in various leadership positions, and prove to be successful in all that they do. These women develop their individual strengths while experiencing the benefits of life long sisterhood. We strongly recommend taking advantage of the wonderful opportunities available by joining a sorority.

The process for joining a Panhellenic sorority is called “Recruitment.” This is a process of “mutual selection” which means that the potential new member (you) selects which sorority best fits you while the members of each chapter decide who they would like to join their sisterhood. Formal Recruitment provides the opportunity to learn all about the twelve National Panhellenic sororities and what it truly means to be an Aggie Greek. We encourage you to keep an open mind throughout the entire process in order to find the place where you feel most comfortable and at home.

Again, we are so excited that you are interested in joining the Greek Community. If you have any further questions concerning Recruitment or sorority life at Texas A&M, please do not hesitate to contact us.

2013 Collegiate Panhellenic Council Executive Boardtamurecruitment@gmail.com

DEAR FUTURE AGGIE GREEKS & PARENTS

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PANHELLENIC COUNCIL

The executive council consists of President Alice Schneider, Executive Vice President Christina Ferguson, Vice President of Recruitment Mallory Meyer, Vice President of Finance Jenny Moreland, Vice President of Judicial Affairs & Accountability Jacquelyn Monk, Vice President of Public Relations Alexandra Cardenas, Vice President of Campus & Community Relations Bethany Nolan, Administrative Secretary Alexis Kinskey, Director of Community Service Franccesa Cimino, Director of Academics Jessica Reinhard, Director of Chapter Relations Katie Dahlander, and Director of New Member Education Christina Tharp.

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

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The Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC) is the coordinating body of 13 sororities on campus, including twelve National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sorority chapters and one associate member chapter represented here at Texas A&M University. The council is compromised of a twelve member Executive Board, along with one delegate and one alternate delegate from each member group. Panhellenic provides support and services to sororities as well as represents sorority life to the University and Bryan/ College Station community.

Aggie Greeks embody the Aggie Spirit and characterize the qualities of being a true Aggie. As Panhellenic women, we strive for academic excellence, campus involvement, leadership, and service opportunities. Whether you are looking to find life-long friendships, networking connections, or leadership opportunities, it can be provided to you through any of the exceptional chapters here!

“We, as Undergraduate members of women’s fraternities, stand for good scholarship, for guarding of good health, for maintenance of fine standards, and for serving to the best of our ability, our college community. Cooperation for furthering fraternity life, in harmony with its best possibilities, is the ideal that shall guide our fraternity activity. We, as Fraternity Women, stand for service through the development of character inspired by the close contact and deep friendship of individual fraternity and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wise human service, through mutal respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live.”

ABOUT THE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL

PANHELLENIC CREED

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As a member of a sorority, it is your duty to exhibit leadership not only within your chapter, but within your university and community as well. At Texas A&M, we encourage our sorority members to be actively involved outside their chapters with other organizations such as Fish Camp, Impact, CARPOOL, and Freshman Leadership Organizations, just to name a few, as well as intramurals and other volunteer activities. In addition, there are many opportunities to become an active leader within your chapter, even as a new member. Getting involved as a new member will help you grow within the chapter, and can allow you to open doors to things you may have never had the chance to experience otherwise. Being in a sorority will help you develop personal strengths and leadership skills, no matter what role you choose to take on. These skills that you learn outside the classroom will benefit you even beyond college when you are out in the real world.

Even though we have plenty of fun, we take school and our academic achievement very seriously. We demonstrate this dedication by holding study hours, hosting academic seminars, sitting with our sisters in class, and studying together. Your sisters can be your academic support group. Women in your chapter will serve as great resources and a wealth of knowledge to you. They have been in your shoes, and they are more than willing to tutor you, suggest professors, and encourage your academic success. Women in CPC chapters consistently maintain high grades, and the average GPA for Panhellenic sororities is higher than that of the general women’s population at Texas A&M. All of the Panhellenic chapters at Texas A&M are constantly striving to provide a well-rounded college experience to each of their members with academic success always being top priority.

SCHOLARSHIP

WHY JOIN A SORORITY?

LEADERSHIP

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At Texas A&M, giving to others is a way of life. The Greek community passionately strives to continue this tradition. Being in a sorority is much more than socials and making new friends. Sorority women at Texas A&M prove this by spending countless hours doing philanthropy work to benefit local and national charities. Each sorority hosts at least one annual philanthropy event that includes anything from a sports tournament, to a song and dance competition, to even hosting a 5K. Since we are all part of one Greek community, we work together to support other chapters and their philanthropies. These events are usually the highlight of the year for each individual chapter. Members are also encouraged to participate in other service activities outside of Panhellenic’s philanthropies through organizations such as the other Greek Councils, Student Government Association, etc. As you can see, there is always an opportunity to serve our community.

Sisterhood is probably one of the first things that comes to mind when you think about sororities, and it is no doubt one of the most important aspects of each chapter. Your sisters will be your support group and family during your time here at Texas A&M. However, sisterhood doesn’t stop once you graduate. No matter where life takes you, alumnae chapters will give you the opportunity to stay involved with your sorority well beyond your college years. Being a member of a sorority gives you the opportunity to be a part of something that is so much bigger than yourself and your chapter. Once you become a member, you are instantly connected with thousands of other members of your sorority throughout the nation and worldwide. Sisters will love you unconditionally and will always be there for you whether you need someone to help you study for classes, go shopping, or just talk. Sorority sisters are more than just friends because you share a life-long bond within your sorority that only your sisters can understand.

SISTERHOOD PHILANTHROPY

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SORORITY LIFE: FAQs

Is it possible to be in a Sorority and still keep up with grades?

Yes! Sororities can take up as much or little time as you wish. There are some general requirements, such as Monday night chapter meetings and other mandatory events. You can attend other sorority events that work with your schedule. You will have plenty of chances to get involved with your chapter. All sororities have minimum GPA requirements however most offer study hours and academic programs to help their new members achieve academic success while still remaining involved in the sorority and on campus.

Do I have to live in the Sorority house?

Yes, chapters require their members to live in the chapter house for a certain period of time. Members generally live in the house during their second year in the chapter with other members of their new member class. Each chapter’s house has a commercial kitchen and a meal plan for the women living in-house. In addition, each sorority employs a full-time house director, or “House Mom.” The house director oversees the day to day operations of the house and provides a safe environment for all the members. The cost is comparable, if not lower, than living on campus or any other housing options in College Station. Living in the house also gives you the advantage of getting to bond with your new member class.

What sort of financial obligation can I expect when joining a Sorority?

It is important for you and your family to understand what will financially be expected of you once you join a sorority. Sorority dues pay for philanthropy events, national dues, sisterhood events, recruitment activities, and house up-keep. The average cost for the first year of joining is about $2,200. This first year has a higher cost because of one-time fees and expenses. The average annual cost for members who live in the house is $7,400, and this figure includes room and board and an average of 15 meals per week. The out-of-house average cost for members is $1,700. You will be provided with specific costs for each chapter during recruitment.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Active: An undergraduate sorority member who has been initiated by her chapter

Alumna: A sorority member who has graduated and is no longer a member of a collegiate chapter

Associate Member: A local sorority, national, or regional non-NPC member of Panhellenic that has met all the requirements for membership in Panhellenic

Bid: A formal invitation to join a sorority

Chapter Advisor: Each sorority has a chapter advisor that oversees all chapter activities and serves as a resources for chapter members

Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC): CPC is a cooperative undergraduate council under the National Panhellenic Conference, a body comprised of 26 national and international women’s fraternities

Continuous Open Bidding (COB): Bids that may be extended and accepted at any time during the school year other than formal recruitment. It is also referred to as Continuous or Informal Recruitment

Fraternity: A Greek letter organization with specific focus on brotherhood

Initiation: Ritualistic ceremony during which new members receive life-long membership privileges

Interfraternity Council (IFC): Governing council of inter / national fraternities. Member organizations are current and past members of the North-American Interfraternity Conference

Legacy: A woman whose mother, sister or grandmother is an alumna or active member of a sorority (this varies per chapter)

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC): The governing body for the culturally based sororities and fraternities at Texas A&M

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC): The governing body for the nine historically African-American sororities and fraternities

New Member: A woman who has accepted a sorority bid, but is not yet an initiated member

Center for Sorority & Fraternity Life: Professional staff employed by Texas A&M University. A team within the Department of Student Activities that serves as support and advocates for the Greek community at Texas A&M

Potential New Member (PNM): Any woman interested in becoming a sorority member who is matriculated and eligible to join according to Collegiate Panhellenic Council’s requirements

Rho Gamma: A Panhellenic representative who has no contact with her own chapter during formal recruitment, and is available to guide potential new members through the recruitment process by answering questions, providing encouragement, and lending a listening ear

Silence: A period before and during formal recruitment when contact between potential new members and sorority members or alumnae is limited to official recruitment events

ABOUT RECRUITMENT 2013

HOW TO REGISTER

How to register for Fall 2013 in 2 easy steps:

1. Go online to cpc.tamu.edu and complete the registration form2. Pay the registration fee

Regular Registration (May 1st - July 15th) - $100.00 feeLate Registration (July 16th - August 9th) - $130.00 feeLast Chance Registration (August 10th - August 14th) - $230.00 fee

All Registration ends Wednesday, August 14th at 11:59 P.M.Online credit card payments can be made at the time of registration. If you make an online payment, please do not send a check. If you are not certain that your online payment was processed, please email us at cpcregistrars@gmail.com or call 979-458-9275.

You must also send in a copy of your current official transcript to : College Station Panhellenic AssociationP.O. Box 15842College Station, TX 77841-15842

After you’ve completed these steps, you’re done! You have successfully completed registration for Panhellenic Recruitment, and you will receive a confirmation email from TAMU Panhellenic after we receive all of your registration materials.

NOTE: You MUST register with TAMU Panhellenic. Registration is available online and must be completed to participate in Recruitment. Registering with a local or hometown Panhellenic Association is not part of our process; it is an optional step. Packets provided to a local Panhellenic DO NOT register you for Recruitment. Also, any woman who wishes to join a CPC sorority must be a full-time student enrolled at Texas A&M University. Blinn Team students are NOT eligible to participate in formal membership recruitment or to join a CPC sorority.

WHEN TO REGISTER

We recommend incoming freshman students wait until they have graduated from high school to complete the registration process. This is to make sure that the academic information you have put in is the most current and accurate. It also allows for end of year awards to be included in the honors and awards sections of your application. If you are a current student or transfer student, we recommend that students currently in college wait until the end of the spring semester to register. This ensures that the academic information you provide is the most current.

Formal Recruitment is Sunday, August 18th through

Saturday, August 24

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CONFLICTING DATESPanhellenic Recruitment interferes with the last New Student Conference on August 19th-20th. Please keep this in mind when signing up for your NSC. If you have already registered for this date and are unable to change it, you will not be able to participate in Recruitment.

Fish Camp, Session G (August 17th-20th) directly conflicts with formal recruitment events, and any women attending this session will not be able to participate in Recruitment.

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RECRUITMENT COUNSELORSYour Recruitment counselor, or Rho Gamma, will be one of the first people that you meet during Recruitment week. Rho Gammas are sorority member chosen to help make sure that the PNM’s has a positive experience during Recruitment week. She meets many high standards of leadership, such as her ability to relate to people, knowledge of the Panhellenic system and its values, as well as having a positive attitude.

Your Rho Gamma will not only be your guide throughout Recruitment week, but also your friend. She will be able to personally answer any questions about recruitment as she has been extensively trained by Panhellenic. If she doesn’t have an answer to a question, she’ll certainly know where to find it.

You Rho Gamma will be disaffiliated from her chapter and will have no contact with any sorority during Recruitment week. She can be relied upon to keep all of your questions and problems completly confidential. She will also remain neutral to all sororities including her own sorority chapter. Your Rho Gamma’s primary purpose is to help you experience Recruitment in the most positive way possible and to solve any problems you may have.

A reference letter is written by an alumnae member of a sorority to introduce a potential new member to her sorority. In the letter, the alumnae will write about your activities and talents so the sorority can get acquainted with you before recruitment begins.

Reference letters are not required to go through recruitment, but they are helpful in the recruitment process. Each year, there are women who join chapters without securing any reference letters prior to recruitment. If a sorority requires a potential new member to have a reference letter, it is ultimately the individual sorority’s responsibility to obtain a recommendation for you.

Furthermore, The National Panhellenic Conference passed a resolution addressing letters of reference in 1992. The resolution, in part, states: “The responsibility of providing letters of reference for potential members rests with the members of NPC fraternities and recruitment information distributed through College and Alumnae Panhellenics shall contain nothing that infers letters of reference must be secured by the potential member.” Each of the sororities at Texas A&M is a member of the National Panhellenic Conference and is bound by this resolution.

IS A LETTER OF REFERENCE REQUIRED TO GO THROUGH RECRUITMENT?

LETTERS OF REFERENCE

You can obtain a letter of reference two ways:

1) Register with your local Alumnae Panhellenic - they often have recruitment information sessions and can put you in contact with sorority alumnae in your area2) Personally ask alumnae of a sorority you know (i.e. family, friend, teacher, coaches, family member, etc.) to write a reference letter on your behalf. Alumnae can find reference letter forms in their sorority’s Spring magazine or on the sorority’s website. If they are not sure what form to use, alumnae should contact their sorority’s headquarters for more information.

HOW CAN I GET A LETTER OF REFERENCE?

1) A resume. Create a resume or use the one you created for college applications that includes your activities and interests. The alumnae will use it personalize your letter and will forward it to the sorority.2)A Transcript. It can be an unofficial copy. Remember to mark out your social security number, as chapters do not need this information for any reason.3)A picture. Make sure it is a picture of just you so the sororities can identify you. A senior picture or something similar will work best.4)A stamped, addressed envelope. Include an envelope already addressed to the chapter so the alumnae can mail it directly to the sorority. Bigger, heavier envelopes may require more postage so make sure you provide enough.5)A thank-you note. It is nice to send this to the alumnae writing the letter to show your appreciation for the effort she is making to help you.

WHAT SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THE LETTER?

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There is no deadline for having reference letters sent in, but we recommend they get to the sororities by August 1st so that the sororities have time to read them before recruitment begins. Letters of reference can be sent by the alumna writing the letter directly to the sororities at Texas A&M. Addresses for each chapter can be found below or at www.cpc.tamu.edu.

WHEN ARE THEY DUE AND WHERE DO I SEND THEM?

Alpha Chi Omega Erika Olsen 1505 Olympia Way College Station, TX 77840

Alpha Delta Pi Kate Herrod 1500 Athens Drive College Station, TX 77840

Chi Omega Mariah Dressel 905 Welsh Avenue College Station, TX 77840

Delta Delta Delta Sterret Frank 1503 Olympia Way College Station, TX 77840

Delta Gamma Kate Ables 1120 University Oaks Blvd. College Station, TX 77840

Delta Zeta Mara Malherbe 1501 Olympia Way College Station, TX 77840

Gamma Phi Beta Lisa Spieldenner 3018 W Steepbank Circle Sugarland, TX 77479

Kappa Alpha Theta Attn: Sterling Knapp PO Box 11889 College Station, TX 77842

Kappa Delta Amanda Morris 1010 University Oaks Blvd College Station, TX 77840

Kappa Kappa Gamma ATTN: Hailey Hunter 1502 Athens Drive College Station, TX 77840

Pi Beta Phi Pi Beta Phi 1601 Munson Avenue College Station, TX 77840

Zeta Tau Alpha Meredith Robers 1403 Athens Driver College Station, TX 77840

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“Recruitment is ultimately about you. Where you end up needs to be somewhere you feel you can thrive in for the rest of your time in college. Some place you can call home. Don’t over think anything and take away all greek letters and stereotypes people you may have heard. Simply be yourself, and the rest will follow.”

RECRUITMENT FAQs

WHAT DO I DO IN CASE OF A FAMILY OR WEATHER EMERGENCY?In case of a family emergency, you should immediately notify your Rho Gamma, and she will direct you to someone on the Recruitment Team who can let you know specifically what you need to do. In case of a weather emergency, the Recruitment Team has plans ready, and you will be instructed as to what you need to do when or if a weather related emergency arises.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT THE RECRUITMENT EVENTS?Recruitment is a time for the Potential New Member (PNM) to learn more about the chapter and for the chapter to learn more about her. You can think of questions you may have for them ahead of time, but the events are all about conversation and getting to know one another. Throughout the events, the most important thing to remember is to relax and be yourself! All these women have been in your shoes before.

HOW DOES THE SELECTION PROCESS WORK?Formal recruitment is a mutual selection process which balances the preferences of each potential new member with those of the existing sorority chapters. Panhellenic strives to allow every young woman an opportunity to find a sorority that best suits her personality, interests, and future goals, while providing an organized and unbiased membership selection process.

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WHAT KIND OF CONTACT WITH ACTIVE MEMBERS IS ACCEPTABLE?From seven days prior to Formal Recruitment until after bids are picked up, it is unethical and in violation of CPC policy for there to be any contact between potential new members and chapter members outside of Formal Recruitment events.

Normal social contact is allowed throughout the summer. This is defined as interactions between co-workers, roommates, family members, neighbors and close friends that would have occurred regardless of Recruitment. Events hosted by individual organizations such as “teas” or “dates” should not be attended and violate CPC Recruitment Rules. An example: If Sue of XYZ sorority works with PNM Jane, then lunch is permissible as long as Sue does not promote XYZ as an individual chapter. If, during the Period of Silence, it becomes necessary for a potential new member to contact a sorority member or for a sorority member to contact a potential new member, communication will be channeled through Panhellenic.

AGGIE GREEK ANTI-HAZING STATEMENT

Hazing is defined by Texas A&M as prohibited acts committed for the purpose of with, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a group or organization; or as part of any activity of a recognized student organization. Prohibited behavior includes any act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or that destroys or removes public or private property; and/or assisting, directing, or in any way causing others to participate in degrading behavior and/or behavior that causes ridicule, humiliation, or embarrassment; and/or engaging in conduct which tends to bring the reputation of the organization, group, or university into disrepute. Previously relied upon “traditions,” (including Corps, fraternity/sorority, or any other group or organization activity, practice or tradition) intent of such acts, or coercion by current or former student leaders of such groups, or former students will not suffice as a justifiable reason for participation in such acts. It is not a defence that the person (or group) against whom the hazing was directed consented to, or acquisesced to, the behavior in question. Students who are recipients and/or victims of hazing (and who have not perpetrated hazing behavior on others involved in the fact pattern for which they are reporting) and who report the activities to the Dean of Student Life and/or the University Police Department, will not be charged with a violation of Texas State law. See the Texas Education Code, sections 37.151 and 51.936 and/or Appendix VI of the Student Rules.

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RECRUITMENT WEEK BREAKDOWN

ROUND 1 & 2: Go Greek!What happens: These rounds of events focus on “Going Greek!” Every PNM will visit all 12 houses over two days. You will walk from house to house with your Rho Gamma and recruitment group. Each event is 20 minutes in length with 15 minute breaks in between.

What to wear: You will be given a Go Greek! t-shirt at convocation on Sunday to wear to the first round of Recruitment. Pair t-shirt with shorts, skirt, etc. No altering of the shirt is allowed. Sandals or cute flats should be worn. No heels!

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CONVOCATIONWhat happens: Convocation is a mandatory orientation for Recruitment. Women will receive their t-shirt for Round 1, meet their Rho Gamma Group, and learn about the week that is before them. This will occur in the afternoon. There will be an evening make-up for women who cannot attend the large session. Only women registered for recruitment should attend this program. We do not have space to accommodate parents & guests.

What to wear: Casual attire

ROUND 3: Philanthropy DayWhat happens: This round of event focuses on each chapter’s community service and philanthropy. You may attend up to 9 events this day. Each event is 35 minutes in length with 15 minute breaks in between.

What to wear: Wear something cute and casual - sundress, skirt or capris with a nice top etc. Shoes should be sandals, flats or wedges/heels (if you’re brave!) No tshirts or flip flops.

ROUND 4: Sisterhood Showcase/ Skit DayWhat happens: During this round of events, you will gain a better insight into each chapter’s sisterhood. The chapters will perform a skit that will showcase their personality and values. You may attend up to 6 events this day. Each event is 45 minutes in length with 20 minute breaks in between.

What to wear: Wear a dress nicer than a daytime dress but not formal. Shoes should be wedges or heels.

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ROUND 5: Preference EveningWhat happens: This round is the most formal and personal round in the recruitment process. These events focus on the core aspects of sorority life, including sisterhood, values, and ritual. These will be your last events to get to know the women in the chapter. You may attend up to 3 events this day. Each event is 60 minutes in length with 30 minute breaks in between.

What to wear: Wear a cocktail dress and heels.

BID DAYWhat happens: This is the day women receive an invitation to membership. You will be bused to Sorority Row and spend the evening getting to know your new sisters!

What to wear: Dress comfortably! You will be given a bid day shirt when you get to your house.

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“My favorite part about Recruitment week was getting to meet the rest of the girls going through with you. You sort of form this bond together, and the best part is, the girl sitting next to you might just end up being your sorority sister and future bridesmaid!”

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Nickname: Alpha ChiChapter at A&M: Zeta NuFounded: October 15, 1885 at DePauw UniversitySymbols: Lyre & red carnationColors: Scarlet & olive greenNational Philanthropy: Domestic Violence AwarenessPhilanthropy Events: Paintwars Paintball Tournament & Pizza Pie with Alpha ChiWebsite: www.aggiealphachi.com

Nickname: Chi OChapter at A&M: Xi KappaFounded: April 5, 1895 at the University of ArkansasSymbols: Owl & skull and crossbonesColors: Cardinal & strawNational Philanthropy: Make a Wish FoundationLocal Philanthropy: Stillcreek Girls RanchPhilanthropy Event: Songfest variety showWebsite: www.aggiechiomega.com

ACW| ALPHA CHI OMEGA

ADP| ALPHA DELTA PI Nickname: ADPiChapter at A&M: Zeta LambdaFounded: May 15, 1851 at Wesleyan Female CollegeSymbols: Lion, diamond & woodland violetColors: Azure blue & whiteNational Philanthropy: The Ronald McDonald HousePhilanthropy Events: Lionshare Challenge skeet shoot & Violet TeaWebsite: www.aggieadpi.com

CW| CHI OMEGA

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DDD| DELTA DELTA DELTA

DG| DELTA GAMMA

DZ| DELTA ZETA

Nickname: Tri DeltaChapter at A&M: Gamma AlphaFounded: November 27, 1988 at Boston UniversitySymbols: Pearl, pine & pansyColors: Silver, gold, & cerulean bluePhilanthropy: St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalPhilanthropy Event: Tri Delt Gameday & Delta DinerWebsite: www.aggietrideltas.org

Nickname: D GChapter at A&M: Eta GammaFounded: December 25, 1873 at Lewis School for GirlsSymbols: Anchor, Hannah doll, & cream colored roseColors: Bronze, pink & blueNational Philanthropy: Service for SightLocal Philanthropy: Guide Dogs of TexasPhilanthropy Events: Dig It with DGWebsite: www.aggiedeltagamma.com

Nickname: D ZChapter at A&M: Lambda XiFounded: October 24, 1902 at Miami UniversitySymbols: Turtle, pink rose & Roman lampColors: Rose & greenNational Philanthropy: Better Speech and Hearing & The Painted Turtle CampLocal Philanthropy: Isaiah’s PlacePhilanthropy Events: Run to the Chicken 5K & Clay Classic skeet shooting tournamentWebsite: www.aggiedz.com

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Nickname: Gamma PhiChapter at A&M: Zeta RhoFounded: November 11, 1874 at Syracuse UniversitySymbols: Pink carnation & crescent moonColors: Brown & modeNational Philanthropy: Building Strong GirlsLocal Philanthropy: Camp for All & Camp Fire USAPhilanthropy Events: Crescent Classic Website: www.aggiegammaphi.com

Nickname: ThetaChapter at A&M: Delta OmegaFounded: January 27, 1870 at DePauw UniversitySymbols: Kite & black and gold pansyColors: Black & goldNational Philanthropy: CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)Local Philanthropy: Scotty’s House Philanthropy Events: Rock the CASA 5K & Theta FiestaWebsite: www.aggietheta.com

Nickname: K DChapter at A&M: Eta AlphaFounded: October 23, 1897 at Longwood UniversitySymbols: Dagger, nautilus shell & teddy bearColors: Olive green & pearl whiteNational Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America & Girl Scouts of the USALocal Philanthropy: Prenatal Clinic in BryanNational Philanthropy: KD Kickoff & Spaghetti DinnerWebsite: www.aggiekd.com

GJB| GAMMA PHI BETA

KAQ| KAPPA ALPHA THETA

KD| KAPPA DELTA

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Nickname: KappaChapter at A&M: Epsilon Rho (chartered in 1976)Founded: October 13, 1870 at Monomouth CollegeSymbols: Key, fleur-de-lis, & owlColors: Light blue & dark blueNational Philanthropy: Reading is FundamentalLocal Philanthropy: Nehemiah child care center in NavastotaPhilanthropy Events: Kappa Krawfish & Kolor RunWebsite: www.aggiekappa.com

Nickname: ZetaChapter at A&M: Theta GammaFounded: October 15, 1898 at Longwood UniversitySymbols: Crown, strawberry. & white violetColors: Turquoise blue & steel grayNational Philanthropy: Breast Cancer Education & AwarenessPhilanthropy Events: Crown Classic Kickball Tournament Website: tamu.zetataualpha.org

KKG| KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA

PBF| PI BETA PHI

ZTA| ZETA TAU ALPHA

Nickname: Pi PhiChapter at A&M: Texas EtaFounded: April 2, 1867 at Monmouth CollegeSymbols: Arrow & angelColors: Wine & silver blueNational Philanthropy: LiteracyLocal Philanthropy: Barbara Bush Parent Center in College StationPhilanthropy Events: Dodge the Arrow dodgeball tournament & Pi Phi PicnicWebsite: www.pibetaphi.org/pibetaphi/tamu

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ZBS| ZETA BETA SIGMA Nickname: ZB or ZBSFounded: March 24, 2010 at Texas A&M UniversitySymbols: Butterfly & the stargazer lilyColors: Blue, black & whitePhilanthropy: Sexual Assault Resource Center locatedin Bryan Website: www.zetabetasigma.org

... TO BE YOURSELF! This process is about finding a sorority that you can call home. The best way to find your best fit is to be your true self during recruitment.... TO BE NERVOUS! Everyone knows Recruitment can be a little nerve-wracking for you, the Potential New Member, but what you might not know is the women inside the chapters are, most of the time, just as nervous as you are. ... TO MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! Throughout the week of Recruitment and even before that, you may hear things about certain chapters, or you may have friends and relatives pushing for you to go a certain direction. Something you should keep in mind, however, is that this decision is your decision and no one elses. ... TO LAUGH AT YOURSELF! We can guarantee at some point during the week you will trip or say something wrong. The best advice we can give you is just to laugh at yourself. Everyone makes mistakes, and it might even help you spark a conversation. ... TO SWEAT! It’s Texas in August. We understand that it is hot outside, and no one is going to hold it against you.

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Meet our Associate Member:

Zeta Beta Sigma was founded as a historically Jewish Sorority from the organization Aggie Jewish Women, however, it is not exclusive to only Jewish girls. Zeta Beta Sigma does NOT participate in our Formal Fall Recruitment Process but is still an option.

NEW MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTSAs a Potential New Member (PNM), you have the right to...

• Be treated as an individual• Be fully informed about the Recruitment process• Ask questions and receive true and objective answers• Be treated with respect• Make informed decisions without undue pressure from others• Be fully informed about any binding agreements implicit in the preference card signing• Have and express opinions to Rho Gammas• Have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with Rho Gammas• Make your own choice and decision and accept full responsibility for the results of that decision• Have a positive, safe, and enriching Recruitment process and new member experience

HEY, IT’S OKAY...

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NINE NECESSITIES FOR RECRUITMENT WEEKWater & Snacks: Water will be provided outside each house. However, if you want to bring your own, that’s fine too. If you feel you may get hungry between parties, bring something to snack on during your breaks.

Hair brush, hair ties & bobby pins: To keep your hair looking great!

Makeup & mirror: To touch up in between parties

Umbrella: It’s best to be prepared because you never know when a summer shower might hit

Your Recruitment booklet & pen: You will receive your recruitment booklet at convocation. It will provide you space to take notes between parties about the chapters you visit

Mints: Just in case!

Small towel & fan: As you have probably figured out, it is pretty hot in Texas during the summer. Bring a towel to wipe off sweat or a mini fan to cool down in between parties

Deodorant: This goes along with the towel.. it’s hot during Recruitment

Flip Flops: Walking from house to house can get tiring, especially in heels. Stick some flip flops in your bag to slip on so your feet aren’t killing you by the last party

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Office of Sorority & Fraternity Life1173 TAMUCollege Station, TX 77843-1173